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Murphy, Elizabeth M.

Effective writing : plain English at work / Elizabeth M. Murphy and Shelagh Snell. - London : Pitman, 1991. - 151p. : ill. ; 24cm.

1. What is effective writing? 2. Correct Writing. 3. Spelling. 4. Parts of speech. 5. Groups of words: phrases, clauses and sentences. 6. Paragraphs. 7. Punctuation. 8. Some common writing errors. 9. Plain English expression and style. 10. Choosing your words. 11. Principles of effective writing and document design. 12. Writing plans. 13. Documents, correspondence and report writing. 14. Conclusion.

Aims to provide the basis of skills required for improving writing in a work environment, understanding how to explain English to others and removing pretentious language from offical documents. Topics covered include spelling, paragraphs and the principles of effective writing and document design.

ISBN: 9780273034827 (pbk) : £5.99 0273034820 (pbk) : Đ5.99

Subjects--Topical Terms:
English language--Business English
English language--Writing
Writing & editing guides
Business communication & presentation

Subjects--Index Terms: English language Composition (Arts) English language Business English Writing skills

LC Class. No.: PE1115

Dewey Class. No.: 808.06651021 MUR